Nothing has unveiled its latest smartphones, the Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro, targeting fans of distinctive, see-through hardware. Announced at MWC 2025, these mid-range devices promise improved camera capabilities, boosted performance, and some AI features.
Transparent designs with first three-camera setup
The Phone (3a) and Phone (3a) Pro differentiate themselves through their camera systems, while both maintaining Nothing’s signature transparent design. The Phone (3a) emphasizes telephoto performance, boasting a 50-megapixel primary camera co-engineered with Samsung, a 50-megapixel telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and an 8-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens. Its design incorporates a Pixel-like camera bar.
The Phone (3a) Pro, on the other hand, prioritizes zoom functionality, relying on both hardware and software enhancements. Its primary camera features a 50-megapixel sensor with 2x in-sensor zoom, while a periscope camera offers 3x optical zoom and up to 60x digital zoom, augmented by AI clarity-enhancing algorithms. It also includes an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera. The Phone (3a) Pro is distinguishable by its circular, Oppo-like rear design.
Internally, both phones are powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 mobile platform and feature 6.7-inch Full HD+ displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. They’re equipped with 5,000 mAh batteries, promising up to two days of battery life.
Nothing is highlighting the AI capabilities of the phones through “Essential Space,” a hub for text and voice notes, accessible via a physical shortcut key. Additional AI-focused features, including Camera Capture, Smart Collections, Focused Search, and Flip to Record, are planned for future release.
Availability and pricing
The Phone (3a) will be available in black and white (with a blue variant not coming to the U.S.), while the Phone (3a) Pro will be offered in grey and black. Both models include 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The Phone (3a) is priced at $380, and the Phone (3a) Pro at $460. Pre-orders for the Phone (3a) are open now, with the Phone (3a) Pro available for pre-order starting March 11. U.S. availability will initially be through a beta program.
